GCE Geography 1990 Question 14

Question 14

Rocks

Which of the following types of sedimentary rocks is paired with the wrong texture?

  1. A.Clay - very fine particles
  2. B.Sand-coarse particles
  3. C.Gravel - rounded and larger particles
  4. D.Breccia - coarse and angular particles
  5. E.Silt - medium - grained particles.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (Silt - medium - grained particles.)

Explanation

Silt is fine-grained (between clay and sand), not medium-grained.